Research Volunteer

**Join the Oxfam community**

As a research Volunteer, you will help our friendly shop team by checking, and making the most of the fantastic variety of donated items in our friendly shop. Best of all you’ll be raising vital funds to support people facing poverty around the world.

**About this role**

We Do you have an interest in unusual or collectible items? We are looking for someone to help research the value of the wonderfully varied items that people donate to our shop.

Experience is not needed as training will be given but a basic computer knowledge would be an advantage.

**Typical tasks include**:

- Identifying those items and pieces that would appeal to customers wether online or instore
- Searching online to find the current market value to ensure we are getting the best possible price for the items donated.

You can also get some lunch and travel costs too. Whatever you need, we’re here to help.

Along with learning all about this role, you can branch out and try other things. Whether it’s about the shop floor or behind the scenes, we will help you to learn as many skills as you want.

**Volunteering that works for you**

Volunteering can be very flexible to suit you. So even if your availability or skills don’t match this role, get in touch and we will find something right for you. By volunteering for a few hours a week, you will meet new people and have some fun for a good cause.

**Everyone has something to offer**

At Oxfam we know that everybody can make a real difference. People come to us for all sorts of reasons, from all backgrounds, and we will do what we can to find a role which works for you. You can find out more about volunteering with Oxfam here.

**What happens next?**

**Job Type**: Volunteer

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Discounted or free food
- Free or subsidised travel

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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